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Ophthalmic manifestations of coronavirus disease 2019 and ocular side effects of investigational pharmacologic agents.

Authors :
Olson DJ
Ghosh A
Zhang AY
Source :
Current opinion in ophthalmology [Curr Opin Ophthalmol] 2020 Sep; Vol. 31 (5), pp. 403-415.
Publication Year :
2020

Abstract

Purpose of Review: To compile and report the ocular manifestations of coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) infection and summarize the ocular side effects of investigational treatments of this disease.<br />Recent Findings: Conjunctivitis is by far the most common ocular manifestation of COVID-19 with viral particles being isolated from tears/secretions of infected individuals. Multiple therapeutic options are being explored across a variety of medication classes with diverse ocular side effects.<br />Summary: Eye care professionals must exercise caution, as conjunctivitis may be the presenting or sole finding of an active COVID-19 infection. While no currently studied therapeutic agents have been found to reliably treat COVID-19, early vaccination trials are progressing and show promise. A video abstract is available for a more detailed summary. VIDEO ABSTRACT: http://links.lww.com/COOP/A36.

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
1531-7021
Volume :
31
Issue :
5
Database :
MEDLINE
Journal :
Current opinion in ophthalmology
Publication Type :
Academic Journal
Accession number :
32740062
Full Text :
https://doi.org/10.1097/ICU.0000000000000682